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Why the Women’s March is a Beautiful Mess

January 22, 2019March 12, 2019 by Michele, posted in Weekly Small Deeds to Do

Embrace the glorious mess that you are. ~Elizabeth Gilbert It occurred to me as I stood, watching shivering participants in this year's St. Louis Women's March. In some ways, the Women's March is emblematic of the Democratic party and the progressive movement. It's well-intentioned. It's equity-minded. It's a little over-the-top. And it's a complete messy … Continue reading Why the Women’s March is a Beautiful Mess

Invisible Women

July 24, 2018March 20, 2019 by Michele, posted in Favorites, Inspiring feminist essays and stories, Weekly Small Deeds to Do

A huge part of being a feminist is giving other women the freedom to make choices you might not necessarily make yourself. ~Lena Dunham Women - and especially moms - are the static noise that undergirds society. We're the background that you don't hear but that hums along continuously as you go about your own … Continue reading Invisible Women

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